2007 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 824 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Seven |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 92 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |